Christchurch: Akaroa and Banks Peninsula Day Trip
ID: GYG628195-1046536
Category:
Country: New Zealand
Duration:
07:00 hours
Description
Discover the history of the Banks Peninsula and the town of Akaroa on a day trip from Christchurch or Lyttelton as a shore excursion. Explore the beautiful bays and harbors of the Banks Peninsula.
Start your day with a pickup from your hotel in Christchurch or the port in Lyttelton. Drive to the Banks Peninsula, and learn about how an enormous extinct volcano shaped the rugged landscape.
Visit the small settlements around Lyttelton Harbour and Akaroa Harbours, and learn about the local history and culture from your guide. Stop to try the local cuisine, shop for souvenirs, or admire the local artworks.
For those more active, choose to take one of the bush and coastal walks available along the way. Finally, return to Christchurch or Lyttelton at the end of the day.
Highlights
- Discover the history of the Banks Peninsula and the town of Akaroa
- Explore the beautiful bays and harbors of the Banks Peninsula
- Enjoy a scenic drive through the volcanic landscape of the peninsula
- Visit the small settlements around Lyttelton Harbour and Akaroa Harbours
- Choose to take a bush or coastal walk or simply relax and enjoy the scenery
Guiding languages
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
